LCD Computer Display - Parallel

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Description

This project lets you connect a 16 character display to your computer's Parallel port. With the FreeBASIC compiler, you can program the display to say just about anything! It's a fun project that takes about 45 minutes to build.

Make It!

You'll need a few tools to build this project
(1) A soldering iron & solder (Soldering Tutorial)
(2) Diagonal cutters
(3) A Multimeter

You'll also need a 2.1mm tip 9-12V power supply. The project takes about 40 minutes to build and requires basic soldering skills.
Resources

How-To
 How-to Guide (PDF)

Software
easyport.bi Library for compiling your own programs to work with the LCD Display
 FreeBASIC compiler (Link)

Parts List

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